Experience the Creativity of Family Fest! This July, Guild Park becomes a vibrant gathering place as Family Fest returns with four days of performances, workshops, and activities designed for all ages. As Scarborough’s premier festival dedicated to young audiences, Family Fest showcases the performing arts through interactive workshops, captivating performances, and engaging activities designed for everyone from toddlers to teenagers to the young at heart! You’ll be captivated by Métis fiddle and storytelling duo Tibert et Douzie, dance along with the rhythms of Spirit of Africa, and roar with laughter at Classic Munch Mayhem. Hands-on workshops include a ukulele play-along, poetry writing and hula hoop fun. With pop-up performances, kid-focused crafts, and Scarborough’s most delicious delicacies, Family Fest is sure to surprise and delight the whole family! All programming is free and accessible, ensuring that every family can take part in this joyful celebration of creativity and community. Visit guildfestivaltheatre.ca for the festival schedule and event details.

Experience the Creativity of Family Fest! This July, Guild Park becomes a vibrant gathering place as Family Fest returns with four days of performances, workshops, and activities designed for all ages. As Scarborough’s premier festival dedicated to young audiences, Family Fest showcases the performing arts through interactive workshops, captivating performances, and engaging activities designed for everyone from toddlers to teenagers to the young at heart! You’ll be captivated by Métis fiddle and storytelling duo Tibert et Douzie, dance along with the rhythms of Spirit of Africa, and roar with laughter at Classic Munch Mayhem. Hands-on workshops include a ukulele play-along, poetry writing and hula hoop fun. With pop-up performances, kid-focused crafts, and Scarborough’s most delicious delicacies, Family Fest is sure to surprise and delight the whole family! All programming is free and accessible, ensuring that every family can take part in this joyful celebration of creativity and community. Visit guildfestivaltheatre.ca for the festival schedule and event details.

Tender Possibilities is a participatory poetry exploration and creative placemaking initiative geared towards young adults (primarily but not exclusively aged 21-35 years old). This year’s summer series explores themes related to the journey of self-discovery, and the transformative nature of love & connection. Each gathering provides a supportive and inclusive cultural experience that creates space for participants to not only read and be exposed to poetry, but to also locate themselves within the poetry. Through curated theme-inspired poems, participants are encouraged to listen, reflect, and respond, fostering a meditative environment for open expression. Above all, Tender Possibilities aims to build an inclusive and interconnected community, where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, discuss poetry, and contribute to the collective growth and well-being of our neighbourhoods.

Rain date: August 31

Tender Possibilities is a participatory poetry exploration and creative placemaking initiative geared towards young adults (primarily but not exclusively aged 21-35 years old). This year’s summer series explores themes related to the journey of self-discovery, and the transformative nature of love & connection. Each gathering provides a supportive and inclusive cultural experience that creates space for participants to not only read and be exposed to poetry, but to also locate themselves within the poetry. Through curated theme-inspired poems, participants are encouraged to listen, reflect, and respond, fostering a meditative environment for open expression. Above all, Tender Possibilities aims to build an inclusive and interconnected community, where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, discuss poetry, and contribute to the collective growth and well-being of our neighbourhoods.

Rain date: August 17

Tender Possibilities is a participatory poetry exploration and creative placemaking initiative geared towards young adults (primarily but not exclusively aged 21-35 years old). This year’s summer series explores themes related to the journey of self-discovery, and the transformative nature of love & connection. Each gathering provides a supportive and inclusive cultural experience that creates space for participants to not only read and be exposed to poetry, but to also locate themselves within the poetry. Through curated theme-inspired poems, participants are encouraged to listen, reflect, and respond, fostering a meditative environment for open expression. Above all, Tender Possibilities aims to build an inclusive and interconnected community, where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, discuss poetry, and contribute to the collective growth and well-being of our neighbourhoods.

Rain date: August 3

Tender Possibilities is a participatory poetry exploration and creative placemaking initiative geared towards young adults (primarily but not exclusively aged 21-35 years old). This year’s summer series explores themes related to the journey of self-discovery, and the transformative nature of love & connection. Each gathering provides a supportive and inclusive cultural experience that creates space for participants to not only read and be exposed to poetry, but to also locate themselves within the poetry. Through curated theme-inspired poems, participants are encouraged to listen, reflect, and respond, fostering a meditative environment for open expression. Above all, Tender Possibilities aims to build an inclusive and interconnected community, where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, discuss poetry, and contribute to the collective growth and well-being of our neighbourhoods.

Rain date: July 6

Tender Possibilities is a participatory poetry exploration and creative placemaking initiative geared towards young adults (primarily but not exclusively aged 21-35 years old). This year’s summer series explores themes related to the journey of self-discovery, and the transformative nature of love & connection. Each gathering provides a supportive and inclusive cultural experience that creates space for participants to not only read and be exposed to poetry, but to also locate themselves within the poetry. Through curated theme-inspired poems, participants are encouraged to listen, reflect, and respond, fostering a meditative environment for open expression. Above all, Tender Possibilities aims to build an inclusive and interconnected community, where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together, discuss poetry, and contribute to the collective growth and well-being of our neighbourhoods.

Rain date: June 22

Regent Park Film Festival (RPFF) is excited to partner with Arts in the Parks to bring its Under the Stars outdoor movie programming to Milliken Park this year, featuring a free, captivating film screening for the community!   Before the film begins at sundown (8:30pm), the park will come alive with family-friendly pre-show activities at 7:30 pm, ensuring an evening of fun for all ages. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own blankets and chairs, with seating on the field available on a first-come, first-served basis, so come early to enjoy the activities and grab your spot.   Throughout the evening, affordable popcorn and drinks will be available for sale, with all proceeds supporting RPFF’s mission to keep our year-round film programming free and accessible to the community.   RPFF has always been committed to amplifying marginalized voices and making art and storytelling available to everyone. Under the Stars is a great opportunity to gather, enjoy a movie outdoors, and support a festival dedicated to showcasing diverse stories while creating a space for collective celebration and connection. Don’t miss out—check out the details about the film and pre-show activities on all social media platforms @RegentParkFilm and website – rpff.ca.   Rain date: August 13

Circus and Dance Traditions of Ethiopia, India, and Bangladesh Get ready to be mesmerized by the death-defying acrobats, mesmerizing dancers, and jaw-dropping jugglers of Ethiopian Circus. This spectacular show is a vibrant celebration of African, Ethiopian Indian and Bangladeshi culture, music, and performance art, featuring a unique blend of traditional Ethiopian dance, Indian classical and folk dance, and Bangladeshi folk dance. The African Circus brings together talented performers from across Africa, India, and Bangladesh to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience. With their roots in traditional Ethiopian dance, Indian classical and Bangladeshi folk dance.

Rain dates: July 11 & 12

Circus and Dance Traditions of Ethiopia, India, and Bangladesh Get ready to be mesmerized by the death-defying acrobats, mesmerizing dancers, and jaw-dropping jugglers of Ethiopian Circus. This spectacular show is a vibrant celebration of African, Ethiopian Indian and Bangladeshi culture, music, and performance art, featuring a unique blend of traditional Ethiopian dance, Indian classical and folk dance, and Bangladeshi folk dance. The African Circus brings together talented performers from across Africa, India, and Bangladesh to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience. With their roots in traditional Ethiopian dance, Indian classical and Bangladeshi folk dance.

Rain dates: July 11 & 12